Homemade Applesauce Recipe

Spice up your fall with this easy homemade applesauce recipe! Bursting with cinnamon warmth and a vibrant color boost from red hots candies (cinnamon hearts), this recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a delicious side dish. A simple yet impressive treat for the whole family!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 305.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.6 (26 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Homemade Applesauce

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How to Make Homemade Applesauce

  1. Peel, core, and chop 4 pounds of apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix).
  2. In a large saucepan, combine the chopped apples, 1/2 cup of water, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
  4. Stir in 10-15 red hots candies (cinnamon hearts). The number depends on your desired level of spice and color. If using larger candies, chop into smaller pieces.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. For a smoother applesauce, use an immersion blender or carefully transfer the applesauce to a regular blender and blend until smooth.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as needed. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

252g

Fat

0g

Carbs

27g